MO SB521

Creates a simplified annual school report card system assigning letter grades (A-F) to schools based on percentage of points earned, with grades posted publicly and distributed to parents by August 1 each year.

Eliminates indefinite contracts for teachers hired on or after August 28, 2014, requiring them to receive annual contracts instead of permanent tenure status.

Mandates school boards develop performance-based salary schedules by July 1, 2015, with annual adjustments based on teacher evaluations where student achievement measures count for minimum 30% of overall evaluation.

Requires annual comprehensive performance-based evaluations for both teachers and administrators using state department evaluation system or district evaluation utilizing state standards and indicators.

Repeals prior leave of absence provisions for teachers and modifies teacher evaluation requirements to focus on performance-based assessment rather than seniority-based considerations.